My dad was kind of a pool shark and had a Frank Si... -Dylan McDermott

My dad was kind of a pool shark and had a Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin thing going on. I've always been fascinated by the fifties because of him. There was a hip, cool, anything-goes atmosphere back then, but looking good was still a priority.

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Dylan McDermott is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as "The Practice" and "American Horror Story." He has received critical acclaim and accolades for his performances throughout his career.

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